Increasingly known for their somewhat generic bands, Fearless Records decided on a different direction when signing Eye Alaska. The band’s sound is a mix of several different genres (including rock, jazz, pop) which is a welcomed breath of fresh air.

Opening the album with “I Knew You’d Never Fly”, a piano and string instruments heavy song, you can tell right off the bat the band has a theatrical style which they play up. “Roll Right Over” is the album’s grove track and highlight. When the song reaches the pre-chorus and rolls right in the chorus is when the rhythm takes over and will begin to sweep you up in its path.

While there’s no arguing that the musical style is a different direction than tradition mainstream is headed, the band is not exactly paving ways. Fans of the indie rock band As Tall As Lions should feel very comfortable with the similar musical and vocal style laid out by Eye Alaska.

“Through Willows and Streams” ends the album with an upbeat pop song that adds elements of rock. The music and especially the string section is the biggest hooks that the song has although there’s also no part that hurts the song.

Eye Alaska is such a talented band with an amazing EP which should not be missed. There may be a slight learning curve in terms of acquainting your self with the style but it shouldn’t take long before the volume is turned up loud.